About this Event
Classical music is a global conversation!
In our 2026–27 season, New World, New Voice, we revel in the fusion of European craftsmanship and American spirit. From the legendary masters of the Old World to the infectious, modern pulse of the New, join us for a season of chamber music that is anything but traditional.
It is a journey through the classics you love, iconic works of American chamber music. to the bold, fresh voices of today.
We're increasing access to world-class music! Kids (17 and younger) and students can attend all CMSCVA concerts for free. Kids and students must register to redeem their free ticket.
Your Season Pass includes the following 8 concerts. Our season also includes free events that do not require tickets.
American in Paris
September 14, 7pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Ravel’s Violin Sonata, Milhaud’s “La Creation du Monde.” and Zachary Wadsworth’s new arrangement of Gershwin’s beloved “An American in Paris.”
The Gilded Age
October 18, 4pm
St Mary’s Episcopal Church
Dvořák’s Viola Quintet, chamber music by Amy Beach, and the sensational rags by Scott Joplin that took Gilded Age America by storm.
Beethoven by Candlelight
November 22, 4pm
2nd Presbyterian Church
Candlelit chamber music by the iconic composer, and a set of pieces inspired by Moonlight.
A Musical Offering
December 14, 7pm
Church of the Holy Comforter
Bach’s ingenious Musical Offering and Telemann’s Paris Quartets, plus a new offering by Niccolo Seligmann.
Hollywood!
February 7, 7pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Stunning chamber music by film composers like Korngold and Glass, plus Buster Keaton’s silent movie masterpiece “Sherlock Jr.”
European Road Trip
February 27, 3pm
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
Join acclaimed harpsichordist Carsten Schmidt for "European Road Trip," a curated musical journey through the continent’s most influential cultural hubs.
Home
April 18, 4pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Grieg’s romantic cello sonata and Turkish composer Fazil Say’s “Four Cities.”
Appalachian Spring
May 23, 4pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Copland’s iconic ballet suite, with music by Beethoven and Michael Abel’s, plus the premiere of Chloe Biggs’ “Midwest Cardiopoint.”
Plus a bonus concert - a harpsichord recital by CMSCVA favorite, Carsten Schmidt.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
CMSCVA, P.O Box 8526, Richmond, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 257.94
